Monthly Archives: February 2013

Tuesday Open Thread | Native American Music & Chants

Posted on February 26, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Native American music  plays a vital role in history and education, with ceremonies and stories orally passing on ancestral customs to new generations. Native American ceremonial music is traditionally said to originate from deities or spirits, or from particularly respected … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Trayvon Martin

Posted on February 26, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Who would think we’d be having to say these words; an anniversary of a teenager, who was starked and shot like an animal by racist vigilante, George Zimmerman. But here we are one year later bearing witness to a justice … Continue reading →

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Video | Quvenzhane Wallis, Gabby Douglas & the First Daughters: Attacks On Our Young, Gifted & Black

Posted on February 25, 2013 by rikyrah

Quvenzhane Wallis is receiving the same treatment that Gabriele Douglas received after winning her Olympic Gold medal for the best ALL AROUND gymnast for team USA. And who can forget the NRA’s ugly Ad questioning why the First daughters deserve … Continue reading →

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African American History | Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones | First African American to sing at Carnegie Hall

Posted on February 25, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones, known as Sissieretta Jones, (January 5, 1868 or 1869[1] – June 24, 1933[2]) was an African-American soprano. She sometimes was called “The Black Patti” in reference to Italian opera singer Adelina Patti. Jones’ repertoire included grand … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | Native American Music & Chants

Posted on February 25, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Native American Drums  The most important Native American instrument was and still is the drum, as you can tell by going to any powwow or Indian event. Different tribes have different traditions about the drum and how to play it, … Continue reading →

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African American History | Malia & Sasha Obama| The First African American First Daughters

Posted on February 24, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Malia Obama and Sasha Obama Barack and Michelle Obama have two daughters: Malia Ann /məˈliːə/, born on July 4, 1998,[7] and Natasha (known as Sasha /ˈsɑːʃə/), born on June 10, 2001.[8] They were both delivered by their parents’ friend Dr. … Continue reading →

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Sunday Open Thread – Academy Sunday

Posted on February 23, 2013 by

I’m a heathen and I admit it.  So, I’m thinking if they want to make REAL history at the Academy Awards tonight, they can do so by nominating Quevenzhane Wallis as Best Actress for her role in “Beasts of the … Continue reading →

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Videos | First Lady Michelle Obama Visits The Jimmy Fallon Show

Posted on February 23, 2013 by rikyrah

America’s  Renaissance First Lady, Michelle Obama; YOU ROCK, WOMAN!

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Saturday Open Thread – Oh, the IRONY!

Posted on February 23, 2013 by

    Funny how those who started this game of POLITICAL CHICKEN, aka, the Sequester, were the ones who demanded it the last time of a budget crisis.  You know how certifiable the ReThug Teahadist Party is – they’re the … Continue reading →

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Video Updated | Senator John McCain Needs ‘STRAIGHT JACKET” Heartlessly Parrots NRA Assault Weapons Support

Posted on February 22, 2013 by rikyrah

Caren Teves: “My 24-year-old son, Alex, was murdered in a movie theater in Aurora, Colo.” Senator John McCain: “I can tell you right now you need some straight talk. That assault weapons ban will not pass the Congress of the … Continue reading →

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